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Material Advice

Learn about natural slate as a material, including information about standards, declarations of performance and how to choose wisely.

Design Guidance

Learn about how to design a natural slate roof including information about pitch and exposure, coverage and details, and getting help.

Installation Advice

Learn about how natural slate roofs are installed including fixings, headlaps and batten gauges and good practice on site.